Category: Aging

Introduction Since Havinghurst and Albrechts first study of the importance of activity engagement in successful aging in 1953, activity theory has become an important area in gerontological research. The notion that successful aging is inseparable from active lifestyle is as old as social gerontology. As people age, they are forced to give up many roles…

Introduction Aging is an issue that has attracted several researchers in the past, who have defined it differently. Da Costa et al. (2016) described aging as breaking down a self-organized system, causing a reduced ability to adjust to the environment. Lemoine (2020) considered it as a progressive accumulation of changes associated with increased vulnerability to…

Skin disorders in aging populations are often characterized by physical symptoms, which can be interpreted as unattractive by both older and younger individuals. Because the appearance of the skin, as well as hair and nails, influences the self-concept. Due to this, changes to the skin due to aging that are associated with negative reactions can…

Table of Contents Introduction Social Changes Emotional Changes Cognitive Changes Biological Changes Conclusion Work Cited Introduction Aging is a gradual change process characterized by the human bodys declining functionality. The deteriorating biological, social, emotional, and cognitive functionalities make a person depend on others for survival. Although it is a natural process caused by changes in…

Table of Contents Introduction Article Depiction Relevance to Theory of Ageing Conclusion References Introduction Healthy aging is one of the most deliberated topics globally since older persons exist worldwide, and most people hope to live to old age. According to the WHO, healthy aging denotes developing and maintaining functional abilities that facilitate wellness in advanced…

Table of Contents History and Background of the Organization Stakeholder Roles and Analysis Challenges Faced by the Organization Recommendations for the Organization Works Cited The United States is facing an influx in the senior population, hence the need to acquire and use available resources to maximize value and efficiency. Notably, most people in their late…

The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is a service and advocacy organization that primarily makes no profit. NCOA combines efforts made by other nonprofit organizations, businesses, and the government to better the lives of elderly persons. The organization focuses on building up services and creative solutions that assist elderly peoples lives using different programs (What…

Table of Contents Introduction Key Issues Linked with Public Health and Populace Aging Everyday Lived Experiences Control Over Life Social Capital Essentiality in Maintaining Autonomy and Dignity Supporting Elders in Building and Utilizing Social Capital Conclusion Reference Introduction As opposed to the earlier perceptions that older people encounter massive challenges, Loe acknowledges that they practically…

Currently, the population of the United States is swiftly aging which poses challenges to healthcare system. It is estimated that approximately 20% of American people will reach the age of 65 within a decade (Rowe et al., 2016). It implies that they will excessively use medical services due to chronic and severe diseases. As a…

Demographic metamorphosis leads to significant economic and social impacts affecting labor and capital markets, goods and services, social protection, health care, and pensions. The consequences of a shrinking working-age population are lower labor productivity and aggregate savings, and thus slower investment, demand, and economic growth. Therefore, population aging is a critical issue, and its solution…